Recent content by cryptrx

Where I'm at, HSS is the superior material for taps and dies. What color is the sky in your reality? -- Bill

Hi, duke, Thanks for posting another great writeup of your projects. As for the VFD, I have also heard that putting a switch between the VFD and the motor is bad for the transistors-- both from the manufacturer of my VFD and from those on the Practical machinist forum dedicated to VFDs and...

The local Lowes store just cut the price of their Gearwrench sets in half. They were already on clearance but only took off a few dollars before. YMMV. Hope this helps. -- Bill

Here is a direct link: Fixed Compartment Box 12 Comp -- Bill

Duke, PM sent Both of those machines appear to be in great condition. I'd say that definitely calls for a you **** considering what you paid for the lathe. Thanks for your opinions on the press and the lathe. Makes me feel more confident in bidding on the lathe next week. When you...

Duke, great video and very well lit shop. Thanks for taking the time, out of what must be a very busy schedule, to post. I am interested in what you think of the lathe, as I am planning on going to an auction next week to bid on the very same model. Thanks for saying how much you paid...

When you paint it, go with electric pink, snap-on green, baby-**** brown, and plum-crazy purple. This color combination may help, um, highlight the more subtle features of your unique design. That color palette will, at the least, be complimentary to the overall post-industrial, post-modern...

You could try this site: http://www.easypricetracker.com/ I don't have any experience with the site, but I know it will give alerts to price drops at sears. You can click on "departments" and select "tools" and browse the discounts. There are other sites that track more stores than Amazon...

Don't forget this set: Nicholson Maintenance File Set With, Flat/Mill/Half-Round/Round/4in Hand/Taper, 6" Length/8" Length/10" Length, (Pack of 1) $9.24 from Amazon. You just need to select it from the "More Buying Choices" section on the right side of the page. Still looking for a price...

What I meant to say: I was just trying to be more subtle. And setting up affiliate programs with those companies is free by the way. -- Bill

Skyline, How do I set up an affiliate marketing program for my business customers? Thanks -- Bill

Nice. My guess: The knockout punches. But the saw caught my eye first. If you say the stubby screwdriver, you have a problem and should forfeit all tools to me forthwith . -- Bill

I paid $9.89.:) I look forward to your review. (Hopefully with plenty of pictures) -- Bill

[Edit: all gone.] I don't know if this is a hot deal or not, but there are only two left at the time I'm posting this. Anyway, here you go: Beta 1357/40 Hammer with 40mm Flat Round and 35mm Square Face I already ordered mine, -- Bill

Translation: You've had two jobs, knocked a girl up, have a tiny house, and don't have the slightest idea what a renaissance man is. Oh, and you like to ski when on leave.:bounce::lol_hitti